Healthy Living

Aoife Howard
Medical student who promotes eating more plants and less sugar as well as a healthy dose of indulgence with simple and delicious recipes.

If you haven't already guessed by now my favorite way to celebrate pretty much everything is with a beautiful meal so to celebrate Mother's Day it only seemed fitting to make something really special. My mom is a woman of many talents; sous chef, my number one recipe tester and food styling assistant amongst others. Without my mom's constant encouragement and help this blog wouldn't have lasted more than a few weeks! So the best way to celebrate such an amazing mom is with a very special recipe. Every mum will tell you that they don't want much fuss so this beautiful dessert is just perfect as it takes just minutes to make and can be made in advance. This raspberry and vanilla creme brulee really is the perfect way to end any special meal. This creme brulee has the characteristic creamy texture of this classic French dessert thanks so the naturally creamy nature of the cashews. I am beyond in love with the satisfying crunch of the coconut sugar glaze that gives way to the most beautifully luscious vanilla scented layer which is complimented beautifully by the slightly tart and vibrant raspberries. A truly beautiful dessert for a truly wonderful mom!Raspberries have a lot more to offer than just their juicy and refreshing flavor. Raspberries are a wonderfully rich source of a wide variety of vitamins and minerals including potassium which plays a vital role in regulating blood pressure. In addition they are extremely high in a wide array of potent anti oxidants including vitamin C that can help slow down the progression of skin aging.